Delores Savas Contributor “The good news is that bad news can be turned into good news when you change your attitude.” – Robert H. Schuller, American television evangelist, author Sorry to say,…
Senior center found lacking in some aspects
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. A regional agency that subcontracts with area service providers to deliver direct care to the elderly through such services as home delivered meals, homemaking, and personal care…
County’s proposed budget exceeds $37M
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Budget Officer Gus Rojas recently presented a summary of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget to the Jefferson County Commission, ostensibly his last budget summation, as he has…
New state law targets super speeders
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Drivers caught speeding excessively in Florida now face criminal charges with stepped-up penalties. Florida’s “Super Speeder Law,” which went into effect on July 1, targets drivers…
Sheriff’s Office gets $435,068 for officers’ salary increases
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. County officials recently ratified an agreement with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) that will infuse a significant amount of dollars into the sheriff’s office for…
Commissioner Hall joins national convening for county leaders
Story Submitted Jefferson County District 2 Commissioner Gene Hall last week attended the National Association of Counties (NACo) Annual Conference in Philadelphia. The event drew thousands of county leaders from across the…
Red Cross Shelter training available August 19
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The public is invited to sign up for training about how to volunteer at an emergency shelter during a disaster. “This is your chance to learn how…
It takes an entire community to keep our children safe.
Jackie Pons Superintendent of Schools Beginning Monday, Aug. 11, Jefferson K12 will begin a new school year. Safety will always be a top priority in our school system. Not only physical safety,…
Help our neighbors in Franklin County
Kathy Egan ECB Publishing, Inc. Water is a basic necessity of life, and for several weeks our neighbors in Apalachicola and some other parts of Franklin County have been without safe drinking…
Spaghetti lunches to benefit senior center
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The next three Wednesdays are special spaghetti lunch days at the Jefferson Senior Citizens Center. For a $12 donation, enjoy delicious pasta, salad and garlic toast either…
The Avera-Clarke House seeks a spot on the National Register
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Another one of Monticello’s beautiful historic homes is vying for recognition, and this time, it’s the Avera-Clarke House, the yellow two-story house from 1890 that’s served the…
Autoimmune diseases are ongoing but treatable
Kathy Egan ECB Publishing, Inc. Have you been reading about autoimmune diseases in the news or hearing about them on social media? Perhaps your doctor has told you that he suspects you…
If someone offers you a mint
Kathy Egan ECB Publishing, Inc. If someone offers you a mint – the saying goes – take it! In honor of National Fresh Breath Day (Aug. 6), it is time to take…
Hoofin’ it to remind everyone they matter
Kathy Egan ECB Publishing, Inc. Horns were honking in solidarity as Kyndal Edwards and I stood in the shade on the side of Hwy. 90 near the Jefferson County line to chat…
There is hope even for severe traumatic brain injury
Kathy Egan ECB Publishing, Inc. Several years ago, my friend Ralph (not his real name for the sake of privacy) fell at work. Not just a regular fall, but a twenty-foot fall…
Danny Collins graduates from UF/IFAS Leadership Institute
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Danny Collins, director of government and community relations at Duke Energy, of Jefferson County, Fla., graduated as a member of Class XII from the Wedgworth Leadership Institute…
Trying to save our Winn-Dixie
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. A longshot effort is underway to try and keep the local Winn-Dixie from being converted into an ALDI store. The effort so far has garnered the support…
COVID shot removed from childhood vaccine schedule
Kathy Egan ECB Publishing, Inc. As we begin another school year, some parents may be wondering if their doctor forgot to provide their kids with the COVID shot. Not to worry. The…
Celsius cans inadvertently filled with vodka seltzer
Kathy Egan ECB Publishing, Inc. The High Noon company has issued a recall because cans labeled as Celsius Astro Vibe Sparkling Blue Razz energy drinks actually contain High Noon Vodka Seltzer. The…
Fire Rescue gets four new brush trucks
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County Fire Chief Derrick Burrus recently received approval from officials for the purchase of four brush trucks with state funds, another example of the cooperative relationship…